Robert Bennie Gilfert

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Robert Bennie Gilfert, Ensign, U.S. Navy (Reserve), for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession as Officer in Charge of U.S.S. LST FIVE HUNDRED NINETY (LST-590), during the amphibious assault on the Normandy Coast of France on 6 June 1944. Ensign Gilfert’s inspiring leadership and the valiant devotion to duty of his command contributed in large measure to the outstanding success of these vital missions and reflect great credit upon the United States Naval Service.